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1/16/25, 2:46 PM Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre Signs MoU With Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation | Pakistan Point
collaborate on print and digital publishing, providing integrated services such as typesetting,
layout, translation, design, and printing, while committing to international quality standards at
competitive prices.

The MoU was signed during the ‘Arabian Days’ Festival by Dr. Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of
the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, and Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the Mohammed
bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation.

Dr. bin Tamim asserted that the strategic partnership with the MBRF marks a significant
milestone in efforts to open broader prospects for the youth development, providing them with
important opportunities to hone their skills in various cultural and creative domains.

“This collaboration represents a step forward in the promotion of culture and knowledge in
the UAE and across the Arab world,” he noted. “Enhancing the position of the Arabic language
and empowering it to achieve its rightful global status as a modern and intellectual language
requires collective efforts to present a comprehensive vision for enriching the cultural landscape
and inspiring creativity.”

“Furthermore, this partnership aligns with the Centre’s strategic vision to continuously
develop Arabic content and support young talents in writing and creative fields, which helps
foster generations of avid readers who are passionate about Arabic literature, arts, and
sciences,” the ALC Chairman concluded.

For his part, Jamal bin Huwaireb said, “We believe that empowering individuals and enhancing
their capabilities are fundamental steps to achieve comprehensive human development and
strengthen knowledge pathways across all fields. Our strategic partnership with the Abu
Dhabi Arabic Language Centre is a significant step towards these objectives; it enables us to
further focus on developing Emirati human resources, fostering collaboration in areas such as
translation and intellectual creativity, and supporting digital and print Arabic content. This, in turn,
contributes to building communities capable of adapting to change and achieving excellence
and leadership.”

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to establishing the Arabic language as a tool
for cultural and intellectual communication,” bin Huwaireb explained. “It allows for expanding the
impact of initiatives such as 'Bil Arabi' and the Digital Knowledge Centre, enriching the local and
global knowledge landscape, and reinforcing the presence of Arabic as a key pillar in shaping
identity and fostering sustainable creativity.”

The MoU will allow the ALC to present its programmes at the various events organised by
MBRF in which it will participate. For its part, the Foundation will also showcase its efforts and
initiatives at cultural events overseen by the Centre, including book fairs and festivals, the
Arabian Days festival, and the International Congress of Arabic Publishing and Creative
Industries.
The agreement will support efforts to enrich Arabic content published on MBRF’s Digital
Knowledge Hub platform, by leveraging insights and knowledge shared by ALC. As a further
element of the collaboration, the Foundation’s events will include a joint initiative titled
‘Knowledge Break’, featuring a series of talks hosted by Abu Dhabi.

The agreement also strengthens cooperation between the Bel Arabi and Youth Knowledge
Forum initiatives, which aim to support the Arabic language and empower Emirati
and Arab youth through collaborative programmes.

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